PNB Graduate Student Handbook
PREFACE
The Department of Physiology and Neurobiology (PNB) offers Ph.D., Plan A (Thesis) and Plan B (Coursework) M.S. degrees with research in molecular, cellular, and systems level physiology and neurobiology. Graduate students work with their faculty advisors in discovery and have considerable latitude in designing their plans of study and benefit from a broad curriculum encompassing PNB and other departments.
This handbook provides a brief overview of the PNB graduate program, policies, and procedures. Additional details and information regarding graduate school policies and procedures can be found in the Graduate Catalog (catalog.uconn.edu/graduate). Information in the Graduate Catalog supersedes information in the PNB Handbook. Students can also consult with the Director of Graduate Studies and the Graduate Affairs Committee with any questions or regarding any specific issues they encounter. Graduate students are employed under the conditions specified in the Graduate Employee contract.
General Information
Major Advisor, Advisory Committee Meetings, First-Year Review, Teaching Requirements, and Credit Load.
Policies & Procedures
Changing Advisors, Degree Changes, Dismissal Procedures, and Department Policies.
Financial Support
GA Support, Summer Funding, Travel Awards, Fellowships, and Additional Employment.
Ph.D. Requirements
Program milestones, General Exam, Dissertation Proposal, Defense, and Graduation.
M.S. Plan B (Coursework)
Ethical Conduct
Health & Student Resources
Health Insurance, Student Health & Wellness, and Housing Information.